This riveting anthology features the beloved Belgian detective Hercule Poirot and his faithful friend, Captain Hastings, solving cases ranging from a jewel heist and stolen money to kidnapping and murder—a compelling all-in-one armchair read.<br/><br/>He's brilliant and fastidious—and has appeared in over thirty novels written by the queen of mystery, Agatha Christie. Fourteen stories offer a glimpse into the mind of Hercule Poirot, one of the most famous detectives in fiction, known for his flamboyant mustache and keen powers of deduction. Set in various locations, from Brussels to London, Egypt, and France, and full of suspense and intrigue, the selections include "The Adventure of the Cheap Flat," "The Adventure of the Western Star," "The Mystery of Hunter's Lodge," "The Tragedy at Marsdon Manor," and other must-reads for mystery lovers.<br/>Originally published in 1924 and 1925, this anthology of 14 short stories features the beloved Belgian detective Hercule Poirot and his faithful friend, Captain Hastings. Similar to British detective Sherlock Holmes, Hercule Poirot uses intellectual deduction in solving cases from a jewel heist and stolen money to kidnapping and murder. Readers are treated to suspense and intrigue in adventures from Brussels to London, Egypt, and France. The stories showcase the "queen of mystery," Agatha Christie's intricate plotlines, sophisticated characters, and unexpected resolutions. The selections include "The Adventure of the Cheap Flat," "The Adventure of the Western Star," "The Mystery of Hunter's Lodge," "The Tragedy at Marsdon Manor," and ten other mysteries. This mystery series is a must-read for Agatha Christie enthusiasts, crime and detective fiction lovers, and even cozy mystery readers.